Horses and More in Uetze

The soils here are also primarily sandy, making them easy to ride on and perfect for a brisk gallop. The Grafhorn Museum Village is a special place to visit.

Horseback riding tour through the Uetze countryside (29.7 km, 4 hours)

The transition from the Burgdorf to the Uetze trail network begins on State Road 311 between Dachtmissen (Burgdorf) and Hänigsen (Uetze). After a short stretch through the northeastern foothills of the Burgdorfer Holz, the Uetze municipal area is reached via a footbridge over the picturesque and largely unspoiled Seebecke stream. For riders, we recommend crossing the Seebecke next to the footbridge. After that, you ride along mostly paved farm roads through the former Hänigsen oil field.

After crossing the K 125 south of Hänigsen, the route continues northeast toward the Schilfbruch forest area. The route then turns right toward Irenensee and the Spreewald lake district.

After leaving the Spreewald lake district, the route continues into the “Herrschaft.” This forested area is set to be designated a Flora-Fauna-Habitat site in the future. The Fuhse River winds its way through the heart
of the “Herrschaft.” With a little patience, you might spot one of the rare kingfishers. At the northern edge of the forest, the route heads toward Uetze. You can take a break at the Wilhelmshöhe restaurant. From Uetze, the route follows unpaved paths toward Benrode. Just before the Fuhse River, the route forks, offering a more direct path to Wackerwinkel or a detour through the village of Eltze. If you choose the latter, exercise caution when crossing K 127 in Benrode.

The two routes meet again between Dedenhausen and Uetze. The trail runs parallel to the Fuhse River on unpaved paths toward Dollbergen and Katensen. A path that passes under the railroad tracks allows for a detour to Dollbergen. After crossing the L 387, you reach the small village of Katensen. Beyond Katensen, the trail enters the Beerbusch, a large forested area. You can enjoy the forest in peace and quiet on extensive, marked riding trails. On the other side of the K 125, Burgdorf soon comes into view again. Here, the water lily ponds are a feast for the eyes, and you should definitely take a break in Grafhorn, a popular destination for day trips.

Covered wagon ride through forests and meadows: A nature experience on wheels (Duration: approx. 2 hours)

© Bartels Farm

The tour begins in Katensen at the Bartels farm. After about 50 meters, the covered wagon or carriage turns left onto Katenser Hauptstraße. After another 50 meters, the horses are guided left toward the forest. From there on, the route continues straight ahead for several kilometers.

You’ll pass a few more houses in the village as well as some sports facilities before reaching the forest. Tall trees tower skyward on both sides of the path. In the fall, the sun makes the colorful leaves look even more vibrant. With a little luck, you might spot deer, squirrels, and other forest animals there. Just before the path toward the forest (Beerbusch) ends, turn left and cross the K 125. You have now reached Burgdorfer Holz.

The delightful ride through the forest takes more than an hour. Because of the uneven forest trails—and also to allow you to better enjoy the natural surroundings—the horses rarely trot. Horse lovers and nature enthusiasts can admire the heather blossoms blooming on both sides of the trail in the fall.

At the end of the forest path, turn right and then left again after 50 meters. The horse-drawn carriage follows this path to the end and then turns left again immediately. After about ten minutes, you’ll leave the Burgdorfer Holz and head back toward Schwüblingsen. The drive through the small, tranquil village—which still has some large farms—takes about ten minutes. You’ll then reach the fields of Schwüblingsen and Katensen, followed by endless fields until Katensen comes into view again. After about twelve kilometers and a drive of roughly two hours, you’ll arrive back at the starting point.